Kickoff is scheduled for 16:30 GMT as Manchester City aim to host Bournemouth in Manchester.
"I'm hopeful we can be satisfied when the game concludes," said Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez.
Important Quotes from Nico Gonzalez
Regarding the significance of the match: "It's a vital game. We're up against a top team and now they are runner-up. Hopefully we can be happy after the final whistle."
Regarding the threat the visitors pose: "We understand their approach, their intensity and physical they are. They cover ground a lot and ensure every fixture challenging."
On today being the first of a trio of home fixtures consecutively: "Beginning with a three points in this round would be amazing. We have three crucial matches prior to the international break and hopefully we get the three wins. Let's focus on now and afterwards we will consider the following games."
